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Safe Routes Partnership advocates for “safe walking and rolling to and from school and in everyday life.”

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Highway 113 Overcrossing Ribbon-Cutting Held

04/26/2024

An official ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on April 24 to celebrate the official opening of the Sports Park Bike and Pedestrian Overcrossing connecting southeast and west Woodland.

Cool Pavement Funding Announced

04/09/2024

The City of Davis will receive $24M in federal funding for roadway upgrades utilizing cool pavement technology and other roadway rehabilitation projects.

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Congresswoman Makes Annual Visit to West Sacramento

Rep. Doris Matsui Focuses on Flood Control, Transportation, and Fire Safety on Annual Visit to West SacramentoOriginal article published at West Sacramento News-Ledger

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City of West Sacramento Approves Study Contract for Enterprise Bridge Project

The City of West Sacramento has taken a significant step forward in enhancing economic growth and mobility in the regionOriginal article published at West Sacramento News-Ledger

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Trailways Forges Strategic Alliance with Greyhound and Flixbus

The New Alliance Will Add Hundreds of Greyhound and Flixbus Destinations to Trailways.com, Including Stops in SacramentoOriginal article published at West Sacramento News-Ledger

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Slow down, move over, a life-saving decision AAA research reveals characteristics of fatal crashes involving roadside workers

LAS VEGAS, Nev. –  Roadside work is not for the faint of heart. Tow truck drivers, mobile mechanics, and roadside technicians face many unique challenges on the road. A new study from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety sheds light …

Image caption: A new law seeks to prevent cars from speeding, which causes about one of every three traffic fatalities.
If Drivers Won’t Slow Down, Proposed Law Requires Cars Do It for Them

“Intelligent” speed-limiting technology will be required in all new California cars starting in 2027, if a new law authored by San Francisco Senator Scott Wiener passes.

Image caption: Los Angeles voters can take a step toward reducing traffic violence with a measure on the March ballot.
Can Traffic Deaths in Los Angeles be Reduced With a Ballot Measure?

With traffic deaths now regularly topping 300 per year, Measure HLA on the March 5 ballot gives Los Angeles voters the opportunity to force their reluctant city to implement new traffic safety measures.

Image caption: California traffic deaths dropped by 12 percent in the first three months of 2023, but road fatalities remain at crisis levels.
Death on the Roads: Traffic Fatality Crisis Far From Over

As the COVID pandemic eased, so did the epidemic of death on the road. Somewhat. But the ongoing crisis of traffic fatalities remains at high levels with early numbers form 2023 appearing to top 4,000 in California.

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Restoration of Six Trips to Yolobus Routes 211 and 212

Two Woodland Routes to Gain Trips Effective Sunday, January 14, 2024Original article published at West Sacramento News-Ledger

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Yolo County is Working to Keep Roads Safe This Season

Yolo County Obtains Grants to Be Used for Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Child Passenger SafetyOriginal article published at West Sacramento News-Ledger

Image caption: "Passive agressive tactics" by auto insurance companies are leaving many California drivers struggling to obtain required coverage, according to the state.
California Insurers Drag Feet, Leaving Many Drivers Uninsured

Drivers’ complaints about difficulty getting insurance coverage prompt state to reiterate laws, signal possible enforcement actions.

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